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The Ultimate Guide to London's Tech Scene - London Tech Map
Research Emma Tracey
London Tech Map 2017
Compass estimates that there are between 3,000 and 5,000 active tech startups in London, with a combined value of £34 billion, making London the fourth largest startup ecosystem in the world. For software developers working in the metropolis, London isn’t just about startups - the inner city alone is home to an estimated 40,000 tech companies. A recent parliamentary report estimates that the shortage of digital skills costs the UK economy £63 billion per year. Needless to say, software developers in London are in high demand.
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3D Hubs in Amsterdam: What’s it like to work there?
Interviews Kado Damball
It is beyond doubt that 3D printing technology is revolutionary with regards to its applications. From science research to open source prosthetics, nearly every industry is finding useful ways to utilize the technology. We interviewed developers from 3D Hubs, one of the leading 3D printing companies in the Netherlands, based in Amsterdam.
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How much do developers earn in Amsterdam?
Developer Careers Emma Tracey
There are between 1,900 and 2,600 tech startups in the Amsterdam-Startup Delta, the geographical triangle, which covers Amsterdam, the Hague and Eindhoven. Whatsmore, large tech companies such as Uber, Tesla, Avazu, Elastic and Atlassian, have major offices in the Dutch Capital. That means a lot of demand for developers. But how does this demand translate into the average salary of a developer in Amsterdam?
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Highly-Skilled Migrant Visa For Developers in the Netherlands
HR Tips Jelle Groot
Right now, many cities in the EU have exciting tech scenes. While London and Berlin may be the most prominent destinations for developers looking to work with startups, the Netherlands is fast becoming an attractive destination. Understanding the Dutch visa process for developers is important for those looking to work in the city.
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5 of the Greatest Contributions by German Computer Scientists
Developer Careers Kamal Naeem
Though Germany is known for it’s strong manufacturing industry, most would be surprised to learn some of computing’s greatest innovations come from the country. A German developer today has a lot to be proud of, as the list of German computer scientists, inventors, and visionaries shows! Here are five of their most exciting contributions.
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What's it like for a Japanese developer to work in Berlin?
Interviews Emma Tracey
“I am a curious developer. I like to understand what’s going on in the libraries and frameworks that I use,” says Shuhei Kagawa, a full stack developer from Tokyo who recently moved to Berlin after finding a job through Honeypot. “I think it’s very important when you try to solve problems. Otherwise you’ll keep shooting in the dark. Also, I like to try new technologies. That’s why I am working in the ever-changing world of JavaScript.”
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Six Questions You Always Wanted to Ask about Embedded Engineers
HR Tips Emma Tracey
With the rise of the Internet of things (IoT), autonomous driving, and robotics, low level firmware and embedded engineering skills are becoming more and more relevant, particularly in Germany. Writing embedded software requires very different skills from enterprise or application software development. To celebrate the new filter for embedded engineers on Honeypot, we prepared six questions you always wanted to know about embedded engineers, but were too afraid to ask.
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Introducing Honeypot's company profile pages!
Product Product Team
Today, we are announcing a new way to take control over your company’s profile on Honeypot. We recently launched an all new Company Profile Page where your organization can present itself to developers. Before this update, these pages were curated by Honeypot’s Customer Success team based on your feedback. Now, we are opening them to be directly managed by you.
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Tech Companies in Munich: The Guide to Munich’s Tech Scene
Research Emma Tracey
While Berlin is the capital of Germany, Munich is its economic heartland. The Bavarian capital has the highest purchasing power of any German city and many large German companies and global corporations are headquartered here, including:
- BMW
- Celonis
- Siemens
- Allianz
- Audi
- Flixbus
But what does Munich have to offer software developers?
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Is January the best time for software developers to find a new job?
Developer Careers Emma Tracey
When it comes to finding the right job, timing isn’t everything, but it can certainly be influential. Paying close attention to annual recruitment cycles might give you a decisive edge in finding your perfect role. For software developers in particular, January is one of the best times to find a new job.
